By Louis Loku South Sudanese and Ugandan leaders have intensified efforts to strengthen peace and cooperation along their shared border by engaging the Kuku community of Kajo-Keji County and the Aringa community of Uganda’s Yumbe District on the implementation of resolutions reached during the recently concluded Joint Border Meeting. The[Read More…]
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South Sudan rejects claims of Visa-free entry
By Sabri Dibaco South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has dismissed reports alleging that the government has introduced a visa-free entry policy for nationals of Egypt and Tanzania. The government described the claims as false and misleading. In a press statement issued on Thursday, the ministry reaffirmed[Read More…]
East African Central Banks to chat region’s convergence criteria
By Ngor Deng Matem Technical officials from East African central banks have convened in Kampala, Uganda, for the 29th Ordinary Meeting of the East African Community (EAC) Monetary Affairs Committee (MAC). The meeting brings together representatives from EAC Partner States, including South Sudan, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and Somalia,[Read More…]
South Sudan and Uganda governments need to resolve border disputes
Border disputes between neighbouring countries have the potential to undermine peace, disrupt livelihoods, and weaken the strong ties that communities have built over generations. The recent tensions along sections of the South Sudan-Uganda border, particularly in Kajo-Keji County and other disputed areas, should be handled with wisdom, patience, and sincere[Read More…]
CES government calls for swift action over UPDF incursion in Kajo-Keji
By Louis Loku The Central Equatoria State government has called for swift action over the Uganda People’s Defense Forces’ incursion in Kajo-Keji in order to restore calm along the border. In a statement that was released by its press unit, the Central Equatoria State government, through its ordinary council of[Read More…]
Refugees hope for better leadership as LC1 nominations begin in Adjumani
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto The nomination of candidates for Local Council One (LC1) elections has officially commenced across Adjumani District, with South Sudanese refugees living in different settlements expressing optimism that the upcoming elections will produce leaders capable of improving service delivery and strengthening collaboration within refugee communities. Speaking to[Read More…]
South Sudanese refugees welcome progress on Laropi bridge project
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto South Sudanese refugees living in Palorinya Refugee Settlement in Obongi District have welcomed the latest progress towards the construction of the long-awaited Laropi Bridge across the River Nile, describing the development as a major step that will improve transport, trade, and access to essential services. Their[Read More…]
Refugees and cost community drivers in Uganda accuse police of extortion and misconduct
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto South Sudanese refugee drivers and their counterparts from the Ugandan host community in Adjumani District have jointly accused traffic police officers of alleged extortion, unfair enforcement of traffic laws, and unprofessional conduct, calling on the government to intervene. The grievances were formally presented on Tuesday, July[Read More…]
EAC moves closer to political confederation after Rwanda consultations
By Sabri Dibaco The East African Community (EAC) has successfully concluded national consultations on the drafting of the Constitution of the East African Political Confederation in the Republic of Rwanda, following extensive stakeholder engagements held in Kigali, Huye, Nyagatare, and Rubavu. The EAC Constitutional Experts paid a courtesy call on[Read More…]
South Sudan, and Tanzania to sign agriculture cooperation deal in August
By Sabri Dibaco The Republic of South Sudan and Tanzania have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in agriculture by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in August 2016, a move aimed at boosting food production, agricultural trade, and technical cooperation between the two East African Community (EAC) partner states. The[Read More…]
Man killed in alleged adultery dispute in El Mareem town
By Hou Akot Hou A man has been killed in El Mareem town in Sudan’s South Kordofan State following an alleged dispute over an adulterous relationship with another man’s wife, authorities said. The suspect, identified as Magak Yai Lual, believed to be in his mid-30s, is currently in police custody[Read More…]
DIPLOMACY: ADC calls for dialogue, credible elections in South Sudan
By Yiep Joseph The African Diplomatic Corps (ADC) has renewed its commitment to dialogue, peace, and democratic transition in South Sudan. The body called on political leaders and citizens to embrace dialogue and work together toward peaceful and inclusive dialogue ahead of elections scheduled for December 2026. The call was[Read More…]
South Sudanese refugees in Uganda are ready to participate in the 2026 elections
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto South Sudanese refugees living in Adjumani District of the West Nile region, Uganda, have expressed their readiness to participate in the upcoming elections in South Sudan, calling on the government and electoral authorities to ensure a free, fair, and transparent electoral process. In an interview with[Read More…]
Ethiopia, and South Sudan strengthen urban development partnership
By Louis Laku Ethiopia and South Sudan have taken a significant step toward strengthening cooperation in urban planning and housing development following a high-level meeting between senior officials from both countries. The chief executive officer of the Ethiopian Federal Housing Corporation, Dr. Rashad Kamal, on Friday led an official delegation[Read More…]
Students in Kampala demand improved security after viral robbery incident
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto South Sudanese students studying in daily schools across Kampala City have called on the Ugandan government to strengthen security following a viral video showing suspected gangs robbing pedestrians at the Nsambya traffic lights in Kampala City. The video, which circulated widely on social media this week,[Read More…]
Refugee traders demand urgent rehabilitation of Maaji-Adjumani road
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto South Sudanese refugee traders living in Maaji II Refugee Settlement in Adjumani District are calling for the urgent rehabilitation of the Maaji-Adjumani town road, saying heavy rains have worsened its condition and disrupted transport, trade, and access to essential services. The traders appealed during an exclusive[Read More…]
Fighting in South Kordofan leaves communities in humanitarian crisis
By Deng Athian Thousands of civilians have been displaced and forced into harsh living conditions following renewed fighting between forces of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N) and members of the Atoro community in South Kordofan. According to community representatives, the latest wave of violence, which intensified in early May,[Read More…]
Nyumanzi leaders call for peace as gang violence continues to claim lives
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto Cultural and church leaders in Nyumanzi Refugee Settlement have urged youths to abandon gang violence and engage in productive activities following a series of revenge killings that have left the community living in fear. The leaders appealed while speaking to No. 1 Citizen Newspaper on Monday,[Read More…]
Ebola task force stops lorry carrying 200 children, orders return to Koboko
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto The Obongi District Ebola Task Force and District Security Committee on Sunday impounded a Fuso lorry carrying more than 200 children and 18 adults who were being transported from Koboko District to Adjumani District amid heightened Ebola surveillance measures. The operation was conducted at the Obongi[Read More…]
A mother in tears as her husband used child’s school fees for Arsenal victory celebration
By Jurugo Emmanuel Ogasto A woman in Pagirinya refugee camp, identified as Morio Gloria, has spoken out in pain after her husband allegedly forcefully took 290,000 Ugandan shillings meant for their child’s school fees and used the money to pay what he called an “Arsenal contribution.” Speaking to No. 1[Read More…]